December 2024 - Page 5 of 14

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National Bank holds Regional Business Conference (Dhaka)

National Bank hosted its Regional Business Conference (Dhaka) on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at Anchor Tower located at Banglamotor, Dhaka. The event was graced by Mr. Abdul Awal Mintoo, Chairman of National Bank as the Chief Guest. The conference was attended by Mr. Moazzam Hossain, Vice Chairman & Sponsor Director; Mr. Md. Abdus Satter Sarkar, Chairman of the Audit Committee & Independent Director; Mr. Md. Zulkar Nayn, Independent Director; Professor Dr. Melita Mehjabeen, Independent Director. Also present were Mr. Md. Touhidul Alam Khan, Managing Director & CEO; Mr. Syed Rois Uddin, Deputy Managing Director; Mr. Sheikh Akhter Uddin Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director; Mr. Imran Ahmed, Deputy Managing Director; Region Managers of Dhaka (South) and Dhaka (North), along with Branch...

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Infinix smartphones define 2024 youth choice with innovation and style

Breaking News, Technology

Infinix has solidified its position as a leading player in the smartphone market with a series of releases in 2024 that prioritize innovation, sleek design, and affordability. Among its standout models this year, two devices have captured the spotlight for their unique appeal: the Infinix Note 40S and HOT 50 Pro+. These smartphones offer an exceptional mix of performance, style, and value, addressing the diverse needs of today’s youth. Note 40S: An Affordable Flagship Experience The Infinix Note 40S redefines value by bringing flagship-level features to a wider audience at an attractive price of BDT 26,999. Its stunning 6.78-inch 3D Curved AMOLED Display delivers an immersive visual experience, complemented by high touch responsiveness and blue light reduction for added comfort. One of ...

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199 Mobile Court Drives Conducted on Polythene Shopping Bag Ban

Breaking News, National

Tapan Kumar Biswas, Additional Secretary and Chairman of the Monitoring Committee formed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, stated that in addition to raising public awareness about the use of eco-friendly bags, enforcement of the law will be made stricter. Since November 3, 199 mobile court drives have been conducted across the country to implement the ban on polythene shopping bags. These operations have resulted in fines totaling 25,72,300 Taka imposed on 414 establishments, and 50,556 kilograms of polythene shopping bags have been seized. He shared these details while briefing journalists following a monitoring operation at Karwan Bazar in Dhaka today to curb the use of polythene shopping bags. The chairman emphasized that the use of polythene bags has b...

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Bangladesh’s first ‘Women Winter Expedition’ in the Himalayas to begin with the slogan ‘Sultana’s Dream Unbound’

Breaking News, Feature

'Women's Winter Expedition,' the first-of-its-kind mountain expedition for women in Bangladesh, has been organized by 'Abhijatri,’ an organization for mountaineers. Bangladeshi mountaineer Nishat Mazumder is leading this expedition with the overall support of the international brand Mastercard. Bangladesh Liberation War Museum is also a partner in this initiative. To commemorate this occasion, a flag-hoisting ceremony was held today (Friday) at the Liberation War Museum premises. The aim of this expedition is to celebrate the determination, imagination and courage of Bangladeshi women. Nishat Mazumder will act as lead of the expedition, while other members of the team include mountaineers Yasmin Lisa, AP Talukder, Arpita Debnath and Tahura Sultana Rekha. Among the mountaineers, two are exp...

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Tanzim elected president, Baten general secretary of ATJFB

Breaking News, National

The Aviation and Tourism Journalists' Forum of Bangladesh (ATJFB), a platform for aviation and tourism reporters, has elected its new executive committee for a two-year term. Tanzim Anwar, Special Correspondent of Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS), was elected as president, while Baten Biplob, Chief Correspondent of Asian Television, was elected as general secretary. The elections took place on Friday afternoon at the Economic Reporters’ Forum (ERF) auditorium in Bijoynagar’s Paltan Tower in the capital, following the forum’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). The AGM, which started at 10 a.m. and continued until 1 p.m., featured presentations by the outgoing committee on its financial and organizational activities. National Press Club President and Kaler Kantho Editor Hasan Hafiz, along wit...

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BRAC Bank organises Annual Business Continuity Plan Drill 2024

Breaking News, Business

BRAC Bank has organised Annual Business Continuity Plan Drill 2024 to test and streamline its preparedness in the event of a disaster. The daylong drill included a simulation in which critical units vital to banking operations, such as Account Services, Asset Operations, Cards Operations, Payments & Transactions, Trade Services, Treasury Operations, Finance, Agent Banking, Call Center, among others, performed their BAU activities smoothly with minimum disruptions at that site. The bank has a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan in place to ensure smooth services to customers in case of a natural calamity or elements beyond the bank's control. A Business Continuity Plan (BCP) in banking is a framework that outlines procedures and recovery systems to help a bank continue to op...

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BYD Bangladesh to organize training program for local drivers

Breaking News, Business

Leading electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is about to kick off a training campaign in Dhaka, Bangladesh for local drivers with a view to equipping them with the right knowledge and training required for driving new energy vehicles (NEV). As NEV is a relatively new phenomenon in the country and not so many drivers have hands-on experience of driving NEVs, this initiative is expected to play a crucial role in minimizing the knowledge gap among the drivers,opening doors to new employment opportunities within the country, equipping them with skills for driving NEVs overseas as well,and stepping towards the zero emissions and zero unemployment target of Bangladesh. Named ‘Build Your Dreams NEV (New Energy Vehicle) Training 2024’, this campaign comes as a phenomenal opportunity for Banglad...

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Old and polluting buses in Dhaka will be scrapped to control air pollution: Syeda Rizwana Hasan

Breaking News, National

Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Advisor to the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, stated that people in Dhaka will not continue to suffer and die from air pollution while buses keep polluting the city. Old and polluting buses in Dhaka will be scrapped. She emphasized that the interests of a few cannot come at the cost of the health of the entire city’s population. Bus owners must take immediate action. She made these remarks today (Thursday) at a discussion meeting held at the Bidyut Bhaban in the capital. The meeting focused on strengthening discipline in the transport sector, reducing traffic congestion, and controlling air pollution in Dhaka. Ms. Hasan informed the audience that a task force has been formed to address air pollution. The task force will work to control dust o...

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Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit for the RMG Workforce Launched in Dhaka

Breaking News, NGO News

AYAT Education, in partnership with the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA), the John C. Martin Foundation, and Integral Global, officially launched the Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit for Bangladesh’s Ready-Made Garment (RMG) workforce today at the BGMEA Head Office in Uttara, Dhaka. Thee-toolkit is designed to enhance the health and well-being of RMG workers, fostering healthier lifestyles and greater productivity. The Health and Wellness Digital Toolkit provides easy access to health information searchable from the mobile phone. The e -toolkit isalso designed to provide technical support to the factory management for taking up health awareness programs. Md. Anwar Hossain, Administrator of BGMEA and Vice-Chairman of the Export Promotion Bureau (EPB),...

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BASIS Hosts ‘BASIS Japan Day 2024’ to Boost Bilateral Business

Breaking News, Business

To enhance Bangladesh-Japan trade relations, expand business opportunities, and showcase Bangladesh's capabilities in the ICT sector, the Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS) organized the ‘BASIS Japan Day 2024’ at the Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. At the program, IwamaKiminori, Ambassador of Japan to Bangladesh, was present as the Chief Guest. Special Guests included the Secretary of the ICT Division, Shish Haider Chowdhury; Policy Advisor (ICT Coordination & Reform) of the ICT Division, FaizAhmad Taiyeb were also present. The event witnessed the presence of members of the BASIS Support Committee, representatives from various IT companies, Japanese business leaders, and officials from government and private organiza...